Becoming a fashion marketer can give you an important behind-the-scenes role in how fashion designers work and their success. The first step is completing a fashion marketing program in Illinois. There are two schools with this degree in Illinois, one in Chicago and one in Schaumburg.

The average cost of tuition in Illinois is $17,742. There are often financial aid opportunities that you can take advantage of; in Illinois, the average scholarship award is $1781.

Both schools in Illinois give you the chance to complete a Bachelor's degree and Master's degree in fashion marketing. Both programs are designed to give you a comprehensive education in the fashion industry, which should give you insight into how to market for various types of designers and companies.

Classes you may have to take include Fashion Aesthetics & Style, International Retailing, and Fashion Analysis. You may also take study tours to large cities like Chicago, where you can learn more about the fashion industry and what tasks may be expected of you.

As an aspiring fashion marketer, participating in events like Chicago Couture Fashion Week can help you network with the people who may someday be your coworkers, clients, or employers.